DOC Intern - Marketing (Pheasandland Industries) (Fall)(Job Id 16049)

 Session: Fall (September - December)

Position Title: Intern - Marketing

Supervisor: Stefany Bawek

Agency: Department of Corrections

Location: Sioux Falls

Position Description:

Pheasantland Industries is a non-funded state program within the South Dakota Department of Corrections designed to enhance an inmate's ability to lead a productive life upon release from prison. The focus of the program is to increase employment opportunities for inmates by producing high quality goods and services for other state agencies and non- profit organizations. These businesses include: custom furniture, cabinetry, upholstery, printing services, signage, vehicle decals, book binding, Braille transcription, license plates, machinery, garment production, screen printing and data entry services. This position works full or part time with the Pheasantland Industries staff on development and execution of a marketing plan to commercialize the goods and services offered by businesses within Pheasantland Industries. Duties include promotion of goods and services to the public, making calls to potential clients, processing paperwork and other duties as assigned. This position will also be responsible for development of Pheasantland Industries webpage and social media presences.

Qualifications: 

Applicant must be a full-time student at a college, university or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the applicant should have at least a sophomore standing or currently be enrolled at a technical institute and have completed one year (nine months).

Preference will be given to applicants with a junior standing, South Dakota residents and students of South Dakota institutions.

Candidates will be subject to an extensive background check and drug screening prior to employment. Preference will be given to South Dakota Residents and students of South Dakota institution.

Minimum Salary: $11.40